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Materials Analyst Jobs in Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada at Exact Match Recruitment
Title: Materials Analyst
Company: Exact Match Recruitment
Location: Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
Materials Analyst – Automotive
Our client is looking to hire for a Materials Analyst with understanding of complex supply chains and inventory control systems.
Responsible for supporting production scheduling – press shop and assembly – optimizing supply chains, managing inventories; identifying ways to reduce costs while providing support to ensure safety, quality, productivity and delivery requirements that exceed customer expectations.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordinates and schedules on time production following established procedures
- Analyze and forecast material requirements based on production schedules and business needs
- Min/max inventory level review and provide suggestions for adjustment to align inventory level goals
- Excess and obsolete inventory analysis and suggested inventory usage strategy to minimize scrap inventory
- Conduct regular audits of material inventories to report on stock levels and discrepancies
- Coordinate with procurement to ensure timely ordering and delivery of materials
- Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to negotiate prices and terms
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators related to material management
- Utilize software systems to track and manage material data effectively
- Identify and implement MRP process improvements
- Prepare detailed reports and analysis for senior management to aid in decision-making
- Participating in team problem solving activities and process improvement activities
- Prepare Physical inventory readiness (basement storage clean up against reserve item list)
- Works in compliance with IATF16949 and ISO14001 standards
QUALIFICATIONS:
- At least 3-5 years of experience in Automotive Manufacturing Supply Chain Management
- Any and all licenses and training relating to the following:
- Lean Manufacturing, APICS, CPIM, & USMCA
- Experience with inventory management software and ERP systems
- SAP experience is important in this role
- Ability to interpret and analyze complex data sets related to materials properties and performance.
- Proficiency with Microsoft’s suite of office software – Proven use of Microsoft Excel
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
